Transfer Station Equipment Operator

1 week ago


Port Augusta, South Australia Cleanaway Full time

Operator - Transfer Station

  • Attractive hourly compensation with overtime potential
  • Permanent full-time position
  • Daytime hours – Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM

Position Overview

  • Manage onsite machinery and equipment as necessary (Loader and Excavator)
  • Ensure proper maintenance of machinery through pre and post-operation checks
  • Operate various vehicles in our heavy vehicle fleet, including hooklift and frontlift
  • Guide traffic within the transfer facility and assist customers with general inquiries
  • Oversee the placement of waste and recyclables to optimize resource recovery
  • Achieve recycling targets and minimize waste sent to landfills
  • Perform general labor and administrative tasks as assigned

Candidate Profile

  • Experience with loaders and excavators is preferred but not mandatory
  • LF forklift license is advantageous but not required
  • Strong work ethic and positive attitude
  • Commitment to safety in a high-risk environment is essential
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively via two-way radio
  • Must be willing to undergo a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol testing

About Cleanaway

At Cleanaway, we are dedicated to fostering a sustainable future. We specialize in transforming waste into valuable resources and renewable energy. By viewing waste as a resource, we unlock numerous possibilities.

As a rapidly growing ASX-listed company with over 7,500 employees, our aim is to be recognized as the most innovative and sustainable waste management organization, with industry-leading health, safety, and environmental performance. We are the largest company in Australia within this sector, providing essential services to millions of customers and communities nationwide.

Benefits of Working with Us

  • Competitive salary package
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Career advancement opportunities in a growing Australian business
  • Supportive and safe workplace
  • Paid parental leave
  • Comprehensive company benefits: Employee share program, discounts, salary packaging, flu vaccinations, Employee Assistance Program, discounts on private health insurance, and more

Recruitment Process

Our recruitment process includes various checks, such as criminal history, medical assessments, drug and alcohol testing, and verification of qualifications, licenses, and right-to-work status.

We are committed to enhancing employment outcomes and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We also welcome candidates of all ages, abilities, gender identities, experiences (including veterans), and cultural backgrounds.

Embark on a journey towards a sustainable future with us.



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